Free CSCS Health and Safety Course in Derby at Workpays Derby
CostFREE
Duration54 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Level 1 Health and Safety in a Construction Environment Course in Derby. Classes run at Workpays Derby. You'll study health and safety in a construction environment, build your knowledge of site hazards and legal responsibilities, and complete practice online tests to prepare for the CSCS Health, Safety and Environment test. The course runs over 54 hours with flexible daytime attendance. A good working level of English and maths is expected, though no formal qualifications are required.
Who this course is for
At Workpays we work with candidates to develop knowledge of the construction environment, review employability skills and complete practice online tests to help candidates to achieve the CSCS card. We will also provide support to help candidates achieve employment following the completion of the course.
Entry requirements
A desire to work within the construction industry. A good level for English and maths at Level 1 is also required but you no not need to hold a formal qualification.
What you will learn
You'll understand the key health and safety laws and responsibilities that apply on construction sites.
You'll identify common hazards in a construction environment and how to control them.
You'll learn about personal protective equipment (PPE) and when it must be used.
You'll understand safe working practices for manual handling, working at height, and use of equipment.
You'll recognise fire safety procedures and emergency protocols on site.
You'll practise online test questions to prepare for the CSCS Health, Safety and Environment test.
You'll review employability skills to support your job search in construction.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Workpays Derby, with tutor-led teaching and group work. Assessment includes practice online tests that mirror the CSCS Health, Safety and Environment test format. The flexible daytime timetable lets you fit study around other commitments. Support with job searching and employment is also provided as part of the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Derby will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Construction labourer: entry-level site work once you hold a CSCS card.
Groundworker: drainage, foundations, and groundworks on construction sites.
Demolition operative: site clearance and structural demolition work.
Highways maintenance operative: road and pavement repair and maintenance.
Scaffolding labourer: assisting with scaffold erection and dismantling.
Construction site operative: general support across residential and commercial builds.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment (Pearson Edexcel) - the next step up, covering health and safety in greater depth for those moving into supervisory or skilled roles.
Level 2 NVQ in a construction trade (carpentry, bricklaying, plastering) - needed for a CSCS skilled-worker card and recognised by employers across the industry.
Level 1 or 2 Functional Skills in English or Maths - useful if you want to strengthen the literacy and numeracy skills that support further construction training.
